The Hopewell Rocks - Ocean Tide Exploration
131 Discovery Road, Route #114
Albert County Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick,
Phone: (877) 734-3532
Toll Free: 1-877-734-3429
Fax: (506) 734-3357
Rating For: The Hopewell Rocks - Ocean Tide Exploration |
|
|
Hopewell Rocks, Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick
Visit Hopewell Rocks and you can walk the ocean floor, witness the highest tides in the world,observe the wildlife, or explore the beach and caves. Read on, there is so much to do and see at the beautiful location close the Fundy National Park.
At low tide, explore quiet coves with flowerpot-shaped rock formations bearing such curious names as 'Mother-in-Law', 'ET' and 'Lover's Arch'. Then, as the tide gently shifts, experience the wonder of nature as 100-billion tonnes of salt-water slowly fills the Bay of Fundy.
These are the highest tides in the world. And they happen twice a day....every day.
At high tide, paddle a kayak around these same sandstone pillars or visit our multi-media interpretive centre where you will learn about the fascinating geology and forces that crafted them. Discover the colourful Mi'kmaq legends created to explain this unique phenomenon of these extraordinary tides.
And that's not all...in late July and early August, witness the awe-inspiring aerial dance performed by thousands of migrating shorebirds.
The Hopewell Rocks is a place to pause…a place to appreciate a remarkable story interwoven through time, tide, and the intricacies of nature.
TIDE SCHEDULE at The Rocks
Hopewell Rocks between mid May and mid October
Visit the Interpretive Centre, browse in our gift shop, have a meal at the High Tide Café, walk the ocean’s floor and explore the rock formations, watch the tide come in or out, observe the wildlife, walk the trails, kayak, attend one of the summer events - and this is only a portion of the list.
The Hopewell Rocks Learning Centre
The Hopewell Rocks is the only location where you can combine a Bay of Fundy education with a Bay of Fundy experience.
We consider learning to be half the fun. Our park Interpretive Centre provides interactive displays to help visitors understand why the Bay of Fundy region is unique. Members of our interpretive staff will answer any questions that may arise during your visit.
As well, we've compiled online information on the following topics:
The Moon & the Tides
The Highest Tides in the World
Hopewell Rocks geology
Bay of Fundy Shorebirds
Cultural History
The Hopewell Rocks Park closes from mid-October to mid-May.
While no services are available during this time, the park is still accessible to visitors - Please note that parking is limited to roadside.
Off-season visitors enjoy the park for fall walks and snowshoeing. The viewing decks allow visitors to view the Bay of Fundy in all seasons.
Stairways to the beach are removed top prevent damage from ice, but alternate beach access is available at the north end of the lower parking area and by hiking the trail to Demoiselle Beach. (link to site map)
Visitors are cautioned that they should be aware of tide times before venturing onto the beach and they are responsible for their own safety.
Official
HopeWell Rocks web site
How to find Hopewell Rocks
Our GPS Coordinates are
N 45° 49.706
W 064° 34.952
From MonctonDirections : From City of Moncton, take the Riverview Causeway and follow the “Fundy” signs south on Route # 114 to Hopewell Cape. or take the Gunningsville Bridge to Riverview, turn left on Route #114 to Hopewell Cape.
Distance/Time: 47 km; 35 minutes
From Fundy National ParkDirections: From Alma, at the east entrance to Fundy National Park, follow Route #114 to Hopewell Cape. Alternate scenic route is to take the Fundy Coastal Drive, Route #915 at Alma. At Riverside-Albert, continue on Route 114 to Hopewell Cape.
Distance/Time: Route 114 - 40 Km; 30 min.; Fundy Coastal Route - 60 km; 45 min..
From Saint JohnDirection: From Saint John, take Highway #1 past Sussex to Exit #211, then Route #114 through Fundy National Park to Hopewell Cape.
Distance/Time: 189 km; 2 hours
From FrederictonDirections: From Fredericton take Highway #2 (TCH) to Berry Mills Exit #446 (near Moncton) then Route #128 to Route #15 (Wheeler Bvld). Follow the signs to Riverview (or Fundy National Park), turn south on Route #114 to Hopewell Cape.
Distance/Time: 215 km; 2 1/2 hours
How To Find: The ROCKS
This Listing Proudly Sponored By:
Have something to say about this business? Leave a Comment or Review about this Business
We ask that you:
- Do Not post Personally identifiable information on this forum.
- Do Not Post Offensive language, or rude gestures.
- Please do not post copyrighted material, or other illegal content
- If you have business or a specific issue with the organization, please contact them directly. The business may or may not see this very often, and this is not a good area to attempt direct contact. please see contact options for this business listing above.
- Know Moncton does not endorse in any fashion opinions and reviews posted on this forum. We reserve the right to remove posts containing offensive and personally identifiable information (ie emails, phone numbers, postal addresses of individuals.) - Please refer to our Terms of Use
Email Us
Visit Our Website
Send to a Friend
Print Listing
Save This Listing